The Spill Canvas - Break A Leg

I have been a huge fan of The Spill Canvas for years, so they had to feature here. They are able to do both acoustic and electric songs equally well, and with three albums under their belt they show no signs of giving up and dropping out like so many other bands do. This song is an example of their non-acoustic work, a vengeful, sexy song which uses both the lyrical and musical aspects to create a decadent and provocative effect. The perfect lust-hate song.

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All Time Low - Dear Maria, Count Me In

This is such a catchy song it's almost impossible not to like. It's acoustic, which is always a winner in my opinion, but it doesn't lose it's pace for that like some other songs do. It's an upbeat piece of the classic pop-punk which ATL do so well, with a bridge that changes the tone of the song in a way - it goes from being a song promising devotion to examining the motives and doubts we all hide under the disguise of love. Another example of how All Time Low have embraced their genre.

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Robert Pattison - Let Me Sign.

Yes, I can hear either the scoffs or the sighs at this choice already, but this song proves that Robert Pattison is more than just a pretty face. Even if you discount the voice, the melody is simple yet haunting, the strings bringing out something infinitely melancholy. However, the vocals are surprisingly strong, working well with the mood evoked by the melody to showcase a song which speaks of regret and loss. Even if the singer is better known as an actor, the fact remains this is a beautiful piece of music.

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The Cab - Disturbia (Cover)

This song has to get a mention, as the Punk Goes... album collection has always held a special place in my heart, with notable contributions such as The Maine's I Wanna Love You (Punk Goes Crunk) and Midtown's Your Love (Punk Goes 80s). This version of Rhianna's Disturbia is (for me) improved by a little bit of The Cab treatment, giving it a definitive poppy edge which contrasts well with the darker tones of the song. Addictive music candy.

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You Me At Six - Contagious Chemistry

From their second album Hold Me Down, You Me At Six have shown that pop-punk isn't just for the faint hearted. The second album has an edge to it which lacks the self-consciousness of the first, and this is never better demonstrated than in this song. The melody it has to be said is a YMAS standard, but with a couple of very interesting twists - the end of the bridge for example is what I can only call a 'musical win'. The lyrics remonstrate with an ex-lover for a relationship which seems to have been a game of kiss and tell. 'This love is dirtier than you think,' the song warns, and I'd have to agree with that - Contagious Chemistry paints a picture of love when the rose tinted glasses lie shattered on the ground.

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Halestorm - I Get Off

Packing a chorus so catchy it should really come with a warning, this debut single from Halestorm promises to run riot around your brain until you're singing along. The melody is a rock affair, all crashing drums and intense guitar riffs, while the lyrics expertly walk that exquisite tightrope between trashy and sexy. A gorgeous song which appeals to the voyeur and the exhibitionist in us all.

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